This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. English Conversation Group Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Social Gathering Age Group: Teens, Families, Adults Event Description: Enjoy a casual hour with new friends in the Library auditorium as you practice your English language or conversational skills. All ages and skill levels are welcome to attend; we w... This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 22 2025 Thu English Conversation Group 6:00pm - 7:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Teens, Families, Adults Program Type: Social Gathering Event Description: Enjoy a casual hour with new friends in the Library auditorium as you practice your English language or conversational skills.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Family Storytime Friday, May 23, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: Enjoy a fun storytime for children of all ages and their families. This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. May 23 2025 Fri Family Storytime 5:00pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Storytime Event Description: Enjoy a fun storytime for children of all ages and their families.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Meet Pigeon! (But don't let him drive the bus!!) Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Age Group: Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: Join us for a special storytime and meet Pigeon from the books of Mo Willems. (But seriously, please don't let him drive the bus!) This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. May 28 2025 Wed Meet Pigeon! (But don't let him drive the bus!!) 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: Join us for a special storytime and meet Pigeon from the books of Mo Willems. (But seriously, please don't let him drive the bus!)
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Preschool Dance Party Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am Auditorium at Main Branch Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Families Event Description: Put on your dancing shoes for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for toddlers & preschoolers! This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. May 29 2025 Thu Preschool Dance Party 10:30am - 11:00am Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Families Event Description: Put on your dancing shoes for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for toddlers & preschoolers!
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Family Storytime Friday, May 30, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: Enjoy a fun storytime for children of all ages and their families. This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. May 30 2025 Fri Family Storytime 5:00pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Storytime Event Description: Enjoy a fun storytime for children of all ages and their families.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. The Magic of Isaiah “Color Your World Through Reading” Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Performances/Presentations Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: The Magic of Isaiah presents, “Color Your World Through Reading” magic show. This show is a 45 min interactive literacy event for all ages. In this mesmerizing show, art and colors... This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jun 4 2025 Wed The Magic of Isaiah “Color Your World Through Reading” 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: The Magic of Isaiah presents, “Color Your World Through Reading” magic show. This show is a 45 min interactive literacy event for all ages. Disclaimer(s) This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Meet an Eagle from The National Eagle Center Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Performances/Presentations Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: Learn all about eagle biology, ecology and natural history in an engaging and entertaining presentation by one of the naturalist interpreters from the National Eagle Center. Includ... This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jun 11 2025 Wed Meet an Eagle from The National Eagle Center 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: Learn all about eagle biology, ecology and natural history in an engaging and entertaining presentation by one of the naturalist interpreters from the National Eagle Center. Includes a live eagle. Disclaimer(s) This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Storytime at Oxbow Park Friday, June 13, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am Outreach Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: Join us for an outdoor storytime near Oxbow Park Nature Center (5731 County Road 105 NW, Byron 55920) and stay for a walk through the zoo. Admission is free.Grass seating - bring y... Offsite Event This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jun 13 2025 Fri Storytime at Oxbow Park 9:30am - 10:00am Library Branch: Outreach Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Storytime Event Description: Join us for an outdoor storytime near Oxbow Park Nature Center (5731 County Road 105 NW, Byron 55920) and stay for a walk through the zoo. Admission is free.Grass seating - bring your own blanket.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Grossology! Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Youth Services Area at Main Branch Program Type: Performances/Presentations Age Group: Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: If you love all things gross, you won't believe the wonderfully disgusting activities we have in store for you!Warning: not for the squeamish! This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jun 18 2025 Wed Grossology! 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Youth Services Area Age Group: Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: If you love all things gross, you won't believe the wonderfully disgusting activities we have in store for you!Warning: not for the squeamish! Disclaimer(s) This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Storytime at Quarry Hill Nature Center Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am Outreach Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: Join Rochester Public Library at Quarry Hill Nature Center’s outdoor pavilion for a special storytime at 9:30AM! In the event of inclement weather this program will move to an indo... Offsite Event This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jun 21 2025 Sat Storytime at Quarry Hill Nature Center 9:30am - 10:00am Library Branch: Outreach Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Storytime Event Description: Join Rochester Public Library at Quarry Hill Nature Center’s outdoor pavilion for a special storytime at 9:30AM! In the event of inclement weather this program will move to an indoor classroom.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Minnesota Reptiles with Oxbow Park Naturalists Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Performances/Presentations Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: Learn from an Oxbow Park naturalist about the happenings at Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo in Byron, MN. Get up close with some Minnesota-native reptiles and amphibians! This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jun 25 2025 Wed Minnesota Reptiles with Oxbow Park Naturalists 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: Learn from an Oxbow Park naturalist about the happenings at Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo in Byron, MN. Get up close with some Minnesota-native reptiles and amphibians! Disclaimer(s) This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Storytime at Chester Woods Park Friday, June 27, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am Outreach Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: Join us for an outdoor storytime in the brand-new Chester Woods Park Amphitheater (8378 14 Highway SE, Eyota, MN 55934) and stay for a hike. Admission is free.Rock bench... Offsite Event This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jun 27 2025 Fri Storytime at Chester Woods Park 9:30am - 10:00am Library Branch: Outreach Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Storytime Event Description: Join us for an outdoor storytime in the brand-new Chester Woods Park Amphitheater (8378 14 Highway SE, Eyota, MN 55934) and stay for a hike. Admission is free.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Performances/Presentations Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: Join Science Heroes on our mission to turn science into an adventure! Through hands-on experiments and fun, interactive stories, we get kids excited about the science that’s a... This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 2 2025 Wed Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: Join Science Heroes on our mission to turn science into an adventure! Disclaimer(s) This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Yo-yo Performance by Dazzling Dave Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Performances/Presentations Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: See a performance by Dazzling Dave and you might start believing his yo-yos are alive. Dazzling Dave Schulte is a professional yo-yo performer and highly acclaimed champion who has... This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 9 2025 Wed Yo-yo Performance by Dazzling Dave 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: See a performance by Dazzling Dave and you might start believing his yo-yos are alive.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Storytime at Oxbow Park Friday, July 11, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am Outreach Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: Join us for an outdoor storytime near Oxbow Park Nature Center (5731 County Road 105 NW, Byron 55920) and stay for a walk through the zoo. Admission is free.Grass seating - bring y... Offsite Event This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 11 2025 Fri Storytime at Oxbow Park 9:30am - 10:00am Library Branch: Outreach Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Storytime Event Description: Join us for an outdoor storytime near Oxbow Park Nature Center (5731 County Road 105 NW, Byron 55920) and stay for a walk through the zoo. Admission is free.Grass seating - bring your own blanket.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Stuffed Animal Sleepover Friday, July 11, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: Wear your pajamas, bring your stuffed friend and listen to a story. Then, tuck your pal into bed and wish them sweet dreams. Who knows what adventures they will have overnight in t... This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 11 2025 Fri Stuffed Animal Sleepover 5:00pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Storytime Event Description: Wear your pajamas, bring your stuffed friend and listen to a story. Then, tuck your pal into bed and wish them sweet dreams. Who knows what adventures they will have overnight in the library!
This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Bad Guys/Good Spys Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Youth Services Area at Main Branch Program Type: Creative Age Group: Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: Super-snooper sleuthing with searching and solving, tricky teasers and codes, and maybe even some disguises! Shhhh, do tell anyone.... This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 16 2025 Wed Bad Guys/Good Spys 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Youth Services Area Age Group: Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Creative Event Description: Super-snooper sleuthing with searching and solving, tricky teasers and codes, and maybe even some disguises! Shhhh, do tell anyone.... Disclaimer(s) This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Storytime at Quarry Hill Nature Center Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am Outreach Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: Join Rochester Public Library at Quarry Hill Nature Center’s outdoor pavilion for a special storytime at 9:30AM! In the event of inclement weather this program will move to an indo... Offsite Event This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 19 2025 Sat Storytime at Quarry Hill Nature Center 9:30am - 10:00am Library Branch: Outreach Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Storytime Event Description: Join Rochester Public Library at Quarry Hill Nature Center’s outdoor pavilion for a special storytime at 9:30AM! In the event of inclement weather this program will move to an indoor classroom.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Elephant & Piggie Party! Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: Join us for a special storytime and meet Elephant and Piggie from the books of Mo Willems! This program will be repeated on Wednesday, July 23 at 4:30PM. This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 23 2025 Wed Elephant & Piggie Party! 10:30am - 11:30am Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Storytime Event Description: Join us for a special storytime and meet Elephant and Piggie from the books of Mo Willems! This program will be repeated on Wednesday, July 23 at 4:30PM. Disclaimer(s) This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Elephant & Piggie Party! Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Performances/Presentations Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: Join us for a special storytime and meet Elephant and Piggie from the books of Mo Willems! This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 23 2025 Wed Elephant & Piggie Party! 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: Join us for a special storytime and meet Elephant and Piggie from the books of Mo Willems! Disclaimer(s) This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. English Conversation Group Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Social Gathering Age Group: Teens, Families, Adults Event Description: Enjoy a casual hour with new friends in the Library auditorium as you practice your English language or conversational skills. All ages and skill levels are welcome to attend; we w... This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 24 2025 Thu English Conversation Group 6:00pm - 7:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Teens, Families, Adults Program Type: Social Gathering Event Description: Enjoy a casual hour with new friends in the Library auditorium as you practice your English language or conversational skills.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Tom the Creature Teacher Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Performances/Presentations Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: Come see several types of frogs, lizards, and turtles from around the world. Those attending will be given the opportunity to touch many of the critters while they are being presen... This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 30 2025 Wed Tom the Creature Teacher 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: Come see several types of frogs, lizards, and turtles from around the world. Those attending will be given the opportunity to touch many of the critters while they are being presented.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Reptiles with Chester Woods Naturalists Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Performances/Presentations Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: Join us to learn a little more about a couple of these amazing native cold-blooded critters. While viewing a couple of these critters live you will learn about their habitats... This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Aug 6 2025 Wed Reptiles with Chester Woods Naturalists 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: Join us to learn a little more about a couple of these amazing native cold-blooded critters. While viewing a couple of these critters live you will learn about their habitats and characteristics. And if you are brave enough, you may ev Disclaimer(s) This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Storytime at Oxbow Park Friday, August 8, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am Outreach Program Type: Storytime Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Event Description: Join us for an outdoor storytime near Oxbow Park Nature Center (5731 County Road 105 NW, Byron 55920) and stay for a walk through the zoo. Admission is free.Grass seating - bring y... Offsite Event This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Aug 8 2025 Fri Storytime at Oxbow Park 9:30am - 10:00am Library Branch: Outreach Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Storytime Event Description: Join us for an outdoor storytime near Oxbow Park Nature Center (5731 County Road 105 NW, Byron 55920) and stay for a walk through the zoo. Admission is free.Grass seating - bring your own blanket.
